In a way that involves physical strength, effort, or energy
“These compliments were enough to offset annoyances that we experienced, such as a vehement complaint about the flavor of Vienna sausages that we had as a snack choice.”
With great feeling or enthusiasm
“Robertson issued a vehement rebuttal last night, claiming his comments had been taken out of context and threatening legal action.”
With vehemence or bitterness
To a great degree or extent
“I made the trek every day despite my vehement opposition to running and a surgically repaired knee with two screws and a plastic gizmo that looked like an IUD.”
In a loud manner
“The silence spoke more reproachfully to her conscience than the loudest and most vehement rebuke.”
Adverb for strongly wanting to do or have something
“Telly was not popular at the Friendly Center, and the group was vehement in wanting to suspend him.”
Adverb for strictly following a set of rules or principles
“Jagan is a 55-year-old sweetmeat vendor, a vehement follower of Mahatma Gandhi, and an honest, hardworking, and humble resident of Malgudi.”
Adverb for vigorously critical in tone or manner
“The vehement criticism of the social system and the revolutionary zeal have stirred the people more than any of his other works.”
Adverb for characterized by extreme weather conditions
“The waters of Maple Bay are well protected from foaming wind waves in all but the very most vehement weather.”
Adverb for causing great physical or mental pain
“Acts displaying any forms of this are punishable by a vehement death.”
Adverb for responding readily to something new or stimulating, especially temperamentally
Adverb for acting or done quickly and without thought or care
Adverb for having or showing a tendency to be quickly irritated or provoked
Adverb for having a persuasive effect
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